Indian Plaque Amulet Depicting Devi

Flat plate with a small arched alcove and a seated figure inside.

This plaque amulet depicting Devi is Hindu, from Rajasthan, India. It is coin silver. Plaque amulets are flat, usually pierced for a cord, and carry a single image in relief or engraving so that it can be worn close to the body. Broad, house-shaped pendant in smooth pale grey with slightly buckled edges and a short loop. A small arched panel holds a figure with raised arms, framed by tiny leaf strokes and a dotted base. It is 0.75 inches long and 1.25 high.

Wide margins, small scene, plenty of poise.